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A Louis XVI ebony-strung mahogany secrétaire à abattant late 18th century
Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- oak, ebony, mahogany, brass, leather, marble
- 139.5cm. high, 111cm. wide, 39.5cm. deep; 4ft. 6 ¾in., 3ft. 7¾in., 1ft. ½in
with a marble top above a frieze drawer and fall, opening to reveal a fitted interior with two banks of amboyna veneered drawers and fitted shelves with an inset leather writing surface, losses
Condition
Marble top with chips to edges, old marks, chips and scratches and areas of discolouration. Brass handles probably later. Some carved mouldings detached. Rear left leg with restored break. Age separation to fall. Losses and chips to moulded edge.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."